Plantation Primary School were crowned the 2015 winners of the Ian Frodsham Under 11’s Schools Tournament, which took place at the Liverpool FC Academy in Kirkby earlier this month.

Sixteen primary schools from Liverpool, Knowsley and Sefton played in the one day tournament to honour the memory of Ian – a Liverpool player who tragically passed away in 1995 aged just 19.

Ian’s mum, Lynn Frodsham, who was on hand to present the trophy to the winning school, said: “There could not be a better way to remember Ian than to hold this tournament in his name.

“We are very proud of the athlete and young man he was and would like to thank both the academy and the schools who participated.”

An exceptionally talented young footballer, Ian became an apprentice at Melwood at the age of 16, turning professional on his 17 birthday and made numerous appearances for the reserve team that also included Robbie Fowler.

Steve Heighway, former LFC academy director had the privilege of coaching Ian and said: “Ian never played for the first team but I know he would have.

“He epitomises all those thousands of kids who love LFC and strive to be good enough play for their local team. Ian was good enough but cruel fate took away his chance.”

Alex Inglethorpe, LFC academy director added: “In the true Liverpool tradition we will ensure that Ian’s memory will never be forgotten.

“We hope the schools tournament will provide future generations of aspiring young footballers to reach their potential and remember a fine young player who is sadly missed.”